Dana Warren, a respected counsellor with the St. John’s Women’s Centre in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, has been reported to have passed away, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, advocacy, and dedicated service to women’s mental health and community wellbeing. Her work within the St. John’s Status of Women Council/Women’s Centre made a meaningful impact on many individuals who relied on the centre’s support services.

Warren was widely known for her role as a Clinical Team Lead and Counsellor with the St. John’s Women’s Centre, where she contributed to programs designed to provide accessible, trauma-informed mental health care. One of the key initiatives she was associated with was the “Right Here, Right Now” counselling program, a low-barrier, drop-in service created to support women facing mental health challenges, particularly those unable to access traditional therapy due to long wait times or financial barriers.

Through her counselling work, Warren emphasized the importance of immediate and accessible care. She supported women dealing with a wide range of issues including stress, grief, domestic violence, trauma, and social isolation. Her approach reflected the centre’s broader mission of offering safe, inclusive, and judgment-free support to women and gender-diverse people in the St. John’s area.

Colleagues and community members often described the Women’s Centre as a vital lifeline in the community, offering counselling, group support, housing assistance, and outreach programs. Within this environment, Dana Warren played a key role in helping clients feel heard and supported during some of the most difficult periods of their lives. Her work contributed to building trust between clients and the mental health system, particularly for those who may have previously experienced barriers to care.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Warren is remembered for her empathy, patience, and commitment to social justice. She was part of a team that worked not only to provide direct counselling services but also to promote broader awareness of women’s mental health needs in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Her passing is a significant loss to the St. John’s Women’s Centre and the wider community it serves. The impact of her work will continue through the programs she helped support and the many individuals whose lives were positively affected by her care and guidance.